7.6
rating
Ludopedia
6.9
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BGG
Our Verdict
RECOMMENDED
If you love art, strategy, and a friendly competitive vibe, Colors of Paris will delight you.
Highlights
- Paint management
- Creative contracts
- Tech tracks
- Open drafting
Keep in mind
- Moderate playtime
- Medium complexity
- 2‑4 players
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About the game
What you do in a play session
Colors of Paris (2019) drops you into the bustling Montmartre, where painters of all stripes gather to showcase their talent. The goal is to outscore your rivals by delivering artworks that meet the contracts you pick at the start of each round. To do that you must manage your paint tubes, mix colors, and decide when to use each action, because the set of available actions rotates every turn. The open‑drafting mechanic lets you choose the order in which action cards are distributed, giving each player a chance to plan ahead. Contracts act as long‑term objectives, requiring you to collect sets of works and combine specific colors to fulfill orders. The tech track provides permanent upgrades—new colors or faster actions—that you unlock as the game progresses. Worker placement comes into play when you decide to place workers on locations to gain extra resources or speed up production. Variable player powers ensure each participant has a unique advantage, making every game feel fresh. The game blends long‑term strategy with quick tactical decisions, delivering an engaging mix of art, economics, and friendly competition. If you enjoy games that demand planning, adaptation, and a dash of creativity, Colors of Paris is a solid pick.
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4
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Mechanics, categories, families and credits
Mechanics
Families
Publisher
Super Meeple, Buró, Czacha Games, GateOnGames, Hobby Game Mall, Keep Exploring Games
Designer
Nicolas De Oliveira
Artist
Fabrice Weiss
Community
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers before you buy
What is the average playtime?
About 40 to 60 minutes, great for quick or longer sessions.
How complex is the game?
Medium complexity, ideal for players who already have experience with strategy games and enjoy planning.
Who is it for?
For those who love art, strategy, and friendly competition, with 2 to 4 players.
What components are included?
1 board, 4 worker boards, 4 worker sets, 160 action cards, 80 contract cards, 120 work pieces, 120 paint pieces, 4 tech tokens, and 4 power tokens.
How does open drafting work?
At the start of each round, action cards are shuffled and players choose the order in which each card will be distributed, allowing them to plan the sequence of actions.
How does the tech track work?
By using certain actions, you advance the tech track, unlocking improvements that reduce costs or increase paint production.
What are the variable player powers?
Each player receives a unique power at the start of the game, such as earning extra points for specific colors or getting early access to certain action cards.
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